| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| INTOW | Under one's patronage. |
| protege | person under the friendly patronage of someone interested in his or her welfare |
| proteges | person under the friendly patronage of someone interested in his or her welfare |
| protegee | woman under the patronage, protection, or care of someone interested in her career or welfare |
| PAWNBROKERS | Ones with St. Nick's patronage |
| patronize | to give a store, restaurant, etc., one's regular patronage |
